Sterling D'Este

Liv Savell

Song of the Lost Book 1

The Last Contender

"The empty classroom Etienne had chosen for their incantation no longer resembled a quiet place of learning. He had shoved the desks against the walls, their legs standing rigid in the damp air like things newly dead and haphazardly piled out of his way. The floor was all but covered in a vast, perfectly circular rune chalked in intricate, swirling patterns. Candles in different stages of melting decay stood at regular intervals, casting flickering light onto stone walls... "Let's just get this over with," Alphonse murmured, holding her free hand out for the incantation." One Goddess. One mortal woman. An entire world at stake. Allee and Etienne have been friends since they first came to the Moxous school of Magics, but when they unwittingly release a terrible, ancient power, their bond will be tested in the journey toward fixing their mistakes. Delyth was raised to faithfully serve the Goddess Enyo at the temple where she was abandoned as a babe, so when the sword, Calamity, is thrust into her keeping, she faces the task of protecting the Goddess's Vassal with equanimity. Only, no amount of training could have prepared Delyth for the strain on her loyalties caused by the beautiful Vassal herself; under enough pressure, even the beliefs of a lifetime will bend. Love, friendship, and betrayal will all blossom on the path to Thlonandras in this first book of The Call of Calamity Series. What readers are saying: "I would definitely recommend this to a friend. This book was a must-read for any LGBT+ fantasy lover. The characters are complex, root-able, and at times infuriating (in the best way). The book dives into themes of religion, sexuality, and inner strength. If you are looking for a tender story between two women, in a world that allows you to escape our own, this book contains an epic journey and one hell of a love story!" -Lauren L. "I would describe it as an old world where Gods once walked the earth. Gods with personality, Gods with flaws just like the humans they rule over. A world where magic coexists with the people in it. A world where everything has a price." -Joseph S. "The conversations, thoughts, and emotions of the characters are the greatest strengths of this book. It never fails to meet expectations, nor does it ever fail to make sense. There is humor, wit, sorrow, angst, and so much else to enjoy." -Franz K.

Vassal

LIV Savell

"If he was doomed to forever carry the heart of a coward, he could at least refuse to act upon it." The dead are stirring in Ingola. It's been fifteen years since he helped save his best friend from an ancient Goddess, and High Sorcerer Etienne wants nothing to do with the Gods-old or new-any longer. But when the lost spirit of a young noblewoman needs his help, Etienne finds himself pulled back into a world of dark magic, pirates, and Old Gods. Ryou is loyal to his Queen, the ruler of pirates and thieves, but when he is sent to assist Etienne with unraveling the mysteries of missing ships and walking dead, he finds his loyalties tested. Is the sly mage just a distraction or something more? It is up to the mage, the spirit, and the pirate to thwart the evil tainting the land of Ingola in this high-stakes adventure, complete with mystery, action, and LGBTQIA+ romance. Content Warnings: Violence, gore, death, non-explicit sex. What readers are saying: "I really enjoyed the book. It was a great ride. Full of adventure, queer romance, and magic. I enjoyed the pace, the relationship building, and the fight scenes. What I would have done to read a book like this growing up. I didn't have to project myself into the read because you wrote it directly into it." -Pedro L "The evolution and continuation of the Call of Calamity saga set fifteen years in the future. A mature Etienne has fine-tuned his mage skills and finds himself embarked on a journey that includes a beautiful young noble cut down in her prime and trapped in the spirit body, a strong skillful pirate that is infuriating, seductive, entertaining, and intriguing. Unsolved murders and death mages, blood magic, and mystery make this an enticing read. It also is one of the rare books that is LGBTQIA+ friendly. The inclusiveness is refreshing." -Kat R

A Novel of Illygad

Shepherd of Souls

"And she found within herself a stone that could not be moved--roots like mountains in her core." "You have my heart... Even when Enyo is using it." The distance between Delyth and Alphonse is widening, and even the warrior's indomitable spirit is beginning to fail. But with the help of Etienne and a hidden journal, nothing will stop Delyth from freeing her lover and destroying Enyo. Etienne has lost his grasp of magic and must forge new strength to face the troubles ahead. The road is rife with danger, but the rewards are great: a chance to save Alphonse and find new friends along the way. Bound by promises they may not be able to keep, Etienne and Delyth are forced to reassess their plans when a new foe comes to light. Which is more important: saving the life of the one you love or saving the world?. What readers are saying: "Vassal and Goddess both provide incredible stories of growth, love, and family. Through it all, I have found the most central part of the Call of Calamity series to be the characters themselves. You'll find yourself rooting for them, yelling at them, and at times crying for them. This character-driven story introduces the reader to the beautiful and sometimes harsh world of Illygad that is just as vibrant as the characters themselves." -Lauren L. This was an epic journey--not only an adventure but also something that made me really think about social norms and taught me along the way. There were unexpected twists, unique characters, tons of imagination, and never knew what was around the corner. It kept me on my toes and throws formulaic writing out the window. I really got invested with the characters and actually got mad when I thought some of my favorite characters were in trouble! Magic, risk, loyalty, fearless service along with a wild ride." -Kat R.

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